How to choose an embroidered or woven bag ?
A wide selection of woven and embroidered bags is available on the market, but how do you choose the right one? We have to consider several things to make the right choice. French scarf offers you some tips for choosing the perfect woven or embroidered bag.
Who is a woven or embroidered bag for?
A woven or embroidered bag is suitable for anybody, whether you’re a teenager, young adult, or adult. While its primary function remains to carry your belongings, it has become an essential fashion accessory today to complete one’s look. Of course, your age and your situation and activities defines the kind of bag you will choose.
For men, now there is a wide selection of woven bags, satchels, messengers, backpacks, and pouches that are all very practical and sturdy, made from innovative fabrics that are either waterproof or highly resistant. Models that combine leather and fabric are very much in style.
For women, the options are plentiful: handbags, shoulder bags, and tote bags, which can be worn daily, for evening events, for sports, for travel, and more.
The diversity of offerings is such that it’s hard to know what to choose. French scarf outlines the main criteria to consider before purchasing a bag:
FIRST CRITERION: THE QUALITY OF THE MATERIAL
You can tell a quality bag by its material. For a woven bag, the outer fabric should be durable, and your bag should be lined with another good-quality fabric. Opt for natural materials to be environmentally conscious, and avoid materials made from petroleum-based products. For example, cotton is durable, natural, pleasant-to-the-touch, and very strong. It’s great for both the interior and exterior of bags. Jute is making a comeback thanks to its “artisanal” and “vintage” look. Fabrics made from recycled materials are very trendy; they reduce your environmental impact and carbon footprint. After verifying the quality of the fabric, check all zippers and metal buckles: all small accessories sewn onto the bag should also be of good quality. Also, take a look at the seams as well as the strength of the handles or straps.
SECOND CRITERION: WHAT WILL YOU USE THE BAG FOR?
Before buying a bag, ask yourself: What am I going to use this for? Is it for traveling? For work? For shopping? For sports? This way, you can determine the volume and design that best suits your needs.
For the office, choose a bag that closes with a zipper and can hold your laptop or tablet, along with some personal belongings. For example, the Esprit Romantique tote bag from French scarf is well-suited for this purpose.
For a teenager going to school, the choices are vast. Prioritize style and choose a design and colors that make for a trendy, youthful look. In terms of size, keep in mind that it needs to fit a computer along with notebooks and folders. We have selected an embroidered jute bag for a youthful style, such as the chocolate jute tote bag or the customizable Papillon teen bag on which you can have a small text of your choice embroidered.
For traveling, you need a large capacity bag, preferably with multiple pockets if possible. The so-called 48-hour bag remains the best alternative. It allows you to gather the essentials for a short stay or a weekend, without too much clutter.
If you’re going for a walk, a backpack is perfect. It allows you to have your hands free while carrying a good amount of belongings.
THIRD CRITERION: THE BAG’S DESIGN
There are different types of bags: woven bags in solid colors or with patterns, and embroidered woven bags.
WOVEN BAGS:
They can be made from a simple solid fabric or from Jacquard fabric with patterns. Jacquard fabric is very high-quality and perfect for making bags as it is durable, textured, and colorful. Jacquard weaving involves the interlacing of warp and weft threads according to a repeating pattern. All kinds of patterns can be created with Jacquard weaving, including geometric designs, floral patterns, abstract designs, palm leaves, arabesques, and more—you’ll be spoiled for choice. A small tip: if you wear plain outfits, choose a bag with patterns to brighten up the ensemble and add a chic and distinctive touch. On the other hand, if you like prints, opt for a simple, solid-colored bag; the chosen color can add a touch of whimsy.
EMBROIDERY ON YOUR BAG:
Embroidery adds an extra touch to the bag for a more sophisticated look. It can add originality with a unique motif in vibrant colors. Today, many high-end fashion brands use embroidery because it evokes a handmade quality. Typically, embroideries are sewn onto a bag that has already been constructed at a very precise location, giving the bag real added value. This reflects artisanal workmanship. It is difficult, if not impossible, to carry out all these steps on a large scale in an industrial manner. This handmade aspect, very much in vogue today, is gaining popularity and tends to develop with each season. Furthermore, embroidery on fabric is durable and highly resistant over the years.
Embroidery can be easily customized. La Fabrique d’écharpe offers the option to add a text of your choice to personalize your bag. Your woven bag, made in our workshop, will be embroidered and customized for each order. We recommend all customizable models for giving as gifts for special occasions such as births, baptisms, birthdays, or trips! Check out French scarf’s models.
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